Month: July 2024
ABILENE TO KICK OFF AMERICA’S 250TH WITH NEW MURAL
By Ryan Duey While communities nationwide are brainstorming ideas to celebrate the 250th anniversary of our nation’s founding, Abilene is kicking off the effort by
Orange and Black Pack to Host Third Golf Tournament Fundraiser, Adds Heckle Hole
By Bethaney Phillips On August 24, the Orange and Black Pack will host its third back-to-school golf tournament fundraiser at the Clay Center Country Club.
Obituary-Harold “Gene” Hammer
Harold “Gene” Eugene Hammer was born on September 14, 1942, to Harold Robert & Mabel Emily (Barleen) Hammer, in Concordia, Kansas. Gene grew up on
Boost Your Health: Eating Five Fruits and Vegetables Daily Can Significantly Lower Risks, Expert Advises
By Trish Svoboda Everyone knows the saying, “An apple a day keeps the doctor away.” Priscilla Brenes, a K-State Research and Extension nutrition specialist said
Kansas State Expert Advocates for Active Parental Engagement to Boost Children’s Academic Success
By Trish Svoboda When it comes to helping their children achieve academic success, Kansas State University child development specialist Bradford Wiles suggests a more fundamental
University of Kansas Medical Center and Kansas Country Living Announce Sixth Annual Rural Photography Contest
By Trish Svoboda For the sixth consecutive year, the University of Kansas Medical Center is collaborating with Kansas Country Living magazine to hold an amateur
Join the Smoky Hill Museum’s Chili Cook-off: Compete for Judge’s Choice and People’s Choice Awards on September 28
By Trish Svoboda The Smoky Hill Museum invites teams to participate in the Chili Cook-off at the Street Fair on Saturday, September 28, 2024. This
Abilene Man is Long-time Rodeo Volunteer
By Ryan Duey For the past four decades, Sid Hammond has been a committee member of the Wild Bill Hickok Rodeo in Abilene. It was
AHS German Exchange Makes Lasting Impacts
By Ryan Duey The impact of an idea can span decades and continents. The Abilene High School (AHS) German Exchange program, initiated over 35 years
Home City Community Foundation Fundraising to Enhance City Park
By Ryan Duey The Home City Community Benefit is fundraising for a $150,000 project to enhance Home City Park, aiming to provide family-friendly outdoor experiences.